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Iowa Notary Commission Overview

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How to Become an Iowa Notary Public

  1. Complete the Online Iowa Notary Training Course 
  2. Complete an application for appointment as a notary public on a form prescribed by the secretary of state.
    https://sos.iowa.gov/business/pdf/applicant.pdf
  3. Remit the sum of thirty dollars to the secretary of state. Government employee notaries are not subject to the fee imposed by this subsection. (Government employee notaries)
  4. When the secretary of state determines that the requirements of this section are satisfied, the secretary shall execute and deliver a certificate of commission to the person appointed.

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Commission Term: 3 years (Resident), 1 year (Non-resident)
Minimum Age: 18 years old
Residency: Resident or employee from bordering state
Stamp/Seal: Required
Journal: Recommended
Application Fee: $30
Eligibility: No felony convictions
Other: Be able to read and write English

Address:
Lucas Building, 1st Floor
321 E. 12th St.
Des Moines, IA 50319
Phone: (515) 281-5204
Email: sos@sos.iowa.gov